1890 single family home for sale at 1523 5th Avenue N in Moorhead, MN — 3 bed, 1 bath (photo 1 of 26)

1523 5th Avenue N, Moorhead, MN 56560

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  • Open House: Sunday, November 8, 2026 · 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Just Listed on M Premiere — listed November 2, 2026

3 Beds | 1 Bath | 1,890 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7168352

$180,000

$1,263/month Estimated

Principal & interest
$981
Property taxes
$165
Home insurance (est.)
$105
Special assessments
$12
HOA dues
None

20% down ($36,000) · 30-yr fixed, 7.24%

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Includes special assessments — the FM-metro cost most portals leave out. Estimates only; confirm before you offer.

Moorhead, MN Active

Located in Elders 1st Add, Moorhead, MN.

About This Home

Main-floor living with a bedroom, renovated bathroom, and laundry all on the main level! This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home features two family rooms, an attached single-stall garage, and an unfinished basement with room to expand. Updates throughout the years reflect exceptional care and pride of ownership, including a new roof in 2026, new water heater, and new carpet in the addition. Additional features include gas forced-air heating and an included security system. Situated on a corner lot with beautiful mature trees and a fully fenced yard, this home is ready for its next owner!

BuyPulse · Live market read

How 1523 5th Avenue N Compares to the Moorhead Market

At $95/sqft, this home is priced $53/sqft below the typical Moorhead single-family home of $148/sqft.

The median list price in Moorhead is $300,000.

Verdict: Excellent Value

Your negotiating position

40 Seller-leaning market

Seller's market · Balanced · Buyer leverage

Day 2 — Moorhead homes overall typically go under contract by day ~25, so this one is early in its window.

56% of recent sales closed at or over asking — about half hold full price.

22 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.

Homes like this one — single-family homes between $135K and $225K in Moorhead:

  • The field: 22 similar Moorhead homes for sale — you have options.
  • Negotiation: 56% of the last 16 sales here closed at or over list — about half hold full price.
  • Price cuts: 15 of 22 similar homes have trimmed asking — median trim $5,100. This one hasn't budged.

Powered by the Realgorithm™ — 16 real Moorhead closings, zero guesses · NorthstarMLS

Key Features

Built
1890
Garage
1-Car Attached
Style
One and One Half
HOA
None
Annual Taxes
$1,976 (2026)
Specials/yr
$144
School District
Moorhead Area Public Schools
Assigned Elementary School
Robert Asp Elementary
Assigned Middle School
Horizon Middle School
Assigned High School
Moorhead High School

Property Details

Property Type
Single Family
Above Grade Sq Ft
1,290
Below Grade Sq Ft
600
Lot Size
0.17 acres
Basement
Yes
County
Clay
List Date
2026-11-02
Days on Market
2 days
Parcel ID
582180290

Financial

Total Tax incl. Assessments
$2,120
Specials Pending
No

Home Systems & Utilities

Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
City Water/Connected
Sewer
City Sewer/Connected

Construction & Exterior

Construction & Structure

Foundation Type
Block
Foundation Area
600 sqft
Total Building Area
1,890 sqft

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Vinyl, Wood
Fenced Area
Yes
Accessibility Features
None

Parking & Garage

Parking Features
Attached Garage

Lot & Land

Zoning Description
Residential-Single Family

Agent & Office

List Office
Krabbenhoft Real Estate Team

Price History

Listed at $180,000 on Nov 2, 2026 — No price changes

What's Within a 15-Minute Walk

WalkPulse™ 4/9

4 of 9 everyday needs are within a 15-minute walk

  • Grocery store: Hornbacher's — 19-minute walk
  • Coffee shop: Caribou Coffee — 19-minute walk
  • Restaurant: Domino's — 6-minute walk
  • Park: 5 9 Park — 13-minute walk
  • School: Park Christian School — 7-minute walk
  • Pharmacy: Medical Pharmacy Moorhead — 19-minute walk
  • Library: Livingston Lord Library — 24-minute walk
  • Convenience store: Casey's General Store — 19-minute walk
  • Walking path or trail: Moorhead River Corridor Trail — 14-minute walk

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1523 5th Avenue N is listed in Moorhead, MN, part of Clay County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.

Showing — 1523 5th Avenue N

Shannon Barnum

Associate Broker · Modern Market REALTORS®

Your Moorhead real estate expert since 2012 — I represent you, not the seller. Quick to respond, easy to text.

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MLS# 7168352 · Updated November 3, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1523 5th Avenue N

What schools is 1523 5th Avenue N zoned to?
1523 5th Avenue N is zoned to Robert Asp Elementary (elementary), Horizon Middle School (middle school), and Moorhead High School (high school). Attendance boundaries change — confirm your exact address with the district before you rely on it.
Is $180,000 a good price for a home in Moorhead?
According to BuyPulse, 1523 5th Avenue N rates Excellent Value — at $95/sqft it's priced 36% below the typical Moorhead single-family home of $148/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 40/100 (Seller-leaning market), weighed on days on market, comparable inventory, and how Moorhead homes are closing versus list. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Moorhead homes for sale to compare.
What are the special assessments at 1523 5th Avenue N — and what do they mean?
This property has $144/yr in annual special assessments, with no specials pending. Special assessments are separate from property taxes — they are charges levied by the city for infrastructure improvements like streets, water, sewer, and sidewalks. Annual property taxes are $1,976/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.

What special assessments cost in Moorhead — live figures on every home for sale.

Does 1523 5th Avenue N have a basement?
Yes, 1523 5th Avenue N has a basement with 600 sq ft of below-grade space.
What type of heating and cooling does 1523 5th Avenue N have?
1523 5th Avenue N has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
Where is 1523 5th Avenue N located?
1523 5th Avenue N is in the Elders neighborhood of Moorhead, MN 56560, in Clay County. It's in the Moorhead Area Public Schools.
Is 1523 5th Avenue N still available?
Yes — 1523 5th Avenue N is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
When was 1523 5th Avenue N built?
1523 5th Avenue N was built in 1890. It features a block foundation.
What utilities serve 1523 5th Avenue N?
Electric and gas at 1523 5th Avenue N are provided by Moorhead Public Service and Xcel Energy. Water, sewer, and garbage are handled by Moorhead Public Service and City of Moorhead. Internet options include Midco, 702 Communications and CenturyLink. Full Moorhead utility setup guide — phone numbers and move-in timeline →
Is 1523 5th Avenue N near a golf course?
Yes — The Meadows (public course) is about 1 miles from 1523 5th Avenue N. It's the closest golf course in the Fargo-Moorhead metro. See homes for sale near The Meadows →
How walkable is 1523 5th Avenue N?
1523 5th Avenue N has a WalkPulse™ of 4/9: 4 of 9 everyday needs are within a 15-minute walk, measured along real streets and paths. The nearest grocery store is Hornbacher's, a 19-minute walk; the nearest coffee shop is Caribou Coffee, a 19-minute walk; the nearest restaurant is Domino's, a 6-minute walk; the nearest park is 5 9 Park, a 13-minute walk; the nearest school is Park Christian School, a 7-minute walk; the nearest pharmacy is Medical Pharmacy Moorhead, a 19-minute walk; the nearest library is Livingston Lord Library, a 24-minute walk; the nearest convenience store is Casey's General Store, a 19-minute walk; the nearest walking trail is Moorhead River Corridor Trail, a 14-minute walk. WalkPulse™ data provided by Modern Market REALTORS®
How many homes like 1523 5th Avenue N are for sale in Moorhead?
22 similar homes (single-family homes between $135K and $225K in Moorhead) are for sale right now — you have options.
Do homes in Moorhead sell for asking price?
56% of the last 16 comparable Moorhead sales closed at or over list price — about half hold full price. Based on real NorthstarMLS closings, not estimates.
What does "M Premiere" mean?
M Premiere™ is Modern Market REALTORS®’ early-access tracker for homes entering NorthstarMLS during the critical first 96 hours on market. Well-priced homes in Fargo-Moorhead frequently receive their strongest buyer attention in that opening window. M Premiere surfaces new inventory the moment it lists — so buyers can act before a home becomes widely discovered.
What does "BuyPulse" mean?
BuyPulse™ is Modern Market REALTORS®’ live market-data brand for Fargo-Moorhead: cohort statistics — homes for sale, median days to pending, and share of sales closing at or over list price — computed from real NorthstarMLS closings, not estimates.
What does "Realgorithm™" mean?
The Realgorithm™ is Modern Market REALTORS®’ proprietary market-data engine — it computes every BuyPulse verdict from real NorthstarMLS closings (comparable active inventory, median days to pending, and sale-to-list price ratio) rather than an automated online estimate.

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